Industrial Painter

Job Overview/Purpose: 

An industrial painter applies protective coatings to various surfaces in industrial settings, using specialized equipment and techniques. They are responsible for preparing surfaces, selecting appropriate coatings, and ensuring a high-quality, durable finish. This role is crucial for protecting industrial equipment from harsh environments and corrosion.

Responsibilities and Duties: 

Surface Preparation: This includes cleaning, sanding, and priming surfaces to ensure proper paint adhesion. This may involve removing old paint, filling cracks, and smoothing imperfections.

Coating Application: Applying paint, enamel, lacquer, or other protective coatings using various methods like brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.

Equipment Operation and Maintenance: Operating and maintaining painting equipment such as spray guns, airless pumps, and blasting equipment.

Quality Control: Monitoring the drying process, curing the paint as needed, and conducting final surface inspections to ensure a high-quality finish.

Safety Compliance: Following safety guidelines and best practices, including working with hazardous materials and in potentially hazardous environments (e.g., heights, confined spaces).

Material Handling: Safely handling and storing various paints, solvents, and other materials used in the painting process.

Communication and Teamwork: Effectively communicating with supervisors and other team members

Troubleshooting: Identifying and resolving issues related to surface preparation, paint application, or equipment malfunction.

Record Keeping: Maintaining records of materials used, work completed, and any other relevant information.

Essential Skills:

Technical Skills: Knowledge of different painting techniques, equipment operation, and material properties.

Physical Stamina: Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, climbing, and working in various positions.

Attention to Detail: Ensuring a high-quality, durable finish and adhering to specifications.

Problem-Solving Skills: Identifying and resolving issues related to surface preparation, paint application, or equipment malfunction.

Safety Awareness: Prioritizing safety and adhering to safety protocols, especially when working with hazardous materials and in challenging environments.

Communication Skills: Effectively communicating with supervisors, team members, and other relevant parties.

Working Conditions: 

Work involves exposure to various environmental conditions and potentially hazardous materials. Employee may also work at heights or in confined spaces, requiring adherence to strict safety protocols.

Salary and Benefits: 

Starting @ $25.00/hour  – Based on Experience and Skills

This position offers opportunities for growth within a manufacturing plant environment. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced setting, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role.

Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We would like to thank all candidates for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Fanotech does not use AI to screen or select its applicants, selection is based on experience, skills and proper job fit to candidate. Potential candidates are contacted via email, or phone to set up interviews.